Gallagher has launched alternative risk management solutions in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Artex.
With a licence to provide alternative risk management and captive management services in the region, Gallagher and Artex can further expand their services to support clients with risk financing needs who would benefit from utilising captives and other alternative risk transfer strategies. Artex specialises in alternative risk solutions and provides a range of services to clients globally, including insurance and captive management, programme and facility management, insurance-linked securities (ILS), and structured transaction administration.
Since its launch in the region in early 2022, Gallagher has built a large client base in MEA and employs a team of specialty, facultative and treaty risk professionals. The team has extensive experience in sectors including aerospace, construction, marine, energy, power, renewables, marine, special risks, crisis management and financial lines, says Gallagher in a statement.
The firm also has retail broking operations through its joint partnership with ACE Gallagher, a pioneer in the MEA regional insurance industry, with roots dating back to 1952 and offices in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Greece.
SEO of Gallagher in the Middle East & Africa Nadim Semaan said, “Adding alternative risk solutions to the range of services we offer means clients with even the most complex portfolios can access our services and talented team dedicated to helping them. From developing a captive to assessing an existing one, to funding and creating a risk profile, Gallagher and Artex have the experience and expertise to build the necessary structures.”
Artex EMEA CEO Paul Eaton added, “Our range of services, delivered by our alternative risk experts, spans the full cycle of the captive life from feasibility to management, to run off, and covers all types of captive arrangements. Artex also offers access to the largest network of cell companies, as well as a variety of risk-pooling services.”